Dr. Ahmed El-Minshawy, President of Assiut University, congratulated nursing professionals on the occasion of International Nurses Day, which falls annually on May 12. He expressed his profound appreciation for their noble humanitarian role and their great sacrifices in serving and caring for patients.

Dr. El-Minshawy stressed that nursing represents a fundamental pillar in the health system, as its role is not limited to participating with doctors in providing medical care, but extends to include the humanitarian aspect and psychological support for patients, indicating that nursing teams have proven their competence and dedication to their noble mission, especially during the COVID-19  pandemic, with their effort and dedication.

The President of Assiut University pointed out that the Faculty of Nursing at Assiut University is a distinguished model in this field, as it obtained the renewal of its accreditation from the National Authority for Quality Assurance and Accreditation, which reflects the faculty's commitment to applying quality standards in the educational process and qualifying students according to the latest scientific methods.

Dr. El-Minshawy extended his special congratulations to the nursing staff at Assiut University hospitals, appreciating their great efforts and dedication in providing health care to patients, and emphasizing the university's keenness to support them and improve the level of medical services provided.

He further praised the nursing teams at the university hospitals for earning the Excellence Award in Patient Safety and Security at the national level, during the nationwide celebration honoring exemplary nurses. This accomplishment, he noted, reflects the continuous advancement in the nursing sector at Assiut University Hospitals.